Welcome to B-4

This handout will explain some of the expectations and how the grade is attained.  The methods of investigation a scientist works with in order to solve a problem would be described as a process.  Process includes how a scientist thinks, collects data, and solve problems. To be successful as a scientist we will be developing scientific process skills and concepts using chosen content areas.

Science 800

Physical science 8

Offered: Full Year

Astronomy, wave theory, and geology will be studied. Learning will be enhanced by laboratory expeiments and open-ending questioning. Local and global environmental issues will be included. Students will explore the theme connections through laboratory experiments, thechnology, reading, and writing activities. There will be an HIV/AID unit also taught in this class.

Grading Section Grades are as follows in my class:
 A=100-95% A-=94-90% B+=89-85% B=84-80% C +=79-75%

C=74-70%     D+=69-65%    D=64-60%   F-59% and below

10%         1.  Attitudes and academic thoughts - journal writing.
30%         2.  Quiz/Test - may be taken over with highest score recorded.
10%         3.  Portfolio - shows examples of work such as new knowledge, thinking skills and concepts attained with rational. Assessment - shows method of evaluating self and notes on what has been learned.
50%         4.  Assignments - include lab work, participation in group, and class assignments.

Extra Credit
10%         5.  Independent study-must include scientific investigation (Scientific Method), process skills, and concepts learned in class.

 Supplies

(1) 2 inch 3-ring binder
Pencils (replenish as needed)
College rule paper (replenish as needed)
(15) Dividers

Expectations for excellence    
 1. Everything you have is a gift, don't trash it.
2. Your mind is the greatest gift you have, don't trash it.
3. Find out what your good at, develop it, and give it back.
  4. Stand for something even though it's hard (have standards)
 5. There are no guarantees on time, don't waste it.

 Student Responsibility
1. Be ready
 A. In your seat when the bell rings with needed materials and ready for learning.
2. Be recognized
 A. In discussion, raise hand.
   B. Involved on task using appropriate book signal.
3. Cooperate with others
A. Respect others' rights
 a. Positive, constructive comments only.
b. Respect others' property.
 B. Use voice appropriately
   a. Independent-silently
   b. Partners-quietly
 c. Groups-take turns
  C. Think before you act.
4. Be on task   
A.  Follow directions quickly and cooperatively.
B. Actively engage in your learning.
C. Stay in a seat
A. Unless doing a job, in-group situation, or by special permission.

Consequences

  1.  Warning with blue sheet.
2.  15 minute detention.
3.  30 minute detention.
4.  30 minute detention and call home.
5.  Office referral.
6.  Student contract with parent and teacher conference.

Note: Teacher may choose to skip steps depending on action of the student.
Rewards 
1.20 minutes of science movie chosen by teacher on chosen Fridays.
2.Bingo
3.1 minute free tardy pass
4.Candy
5.Positive call home to parent
6. Teacher compliments
7.Messenger for teacher out of classroom.